Josh Cellars Merlot
Merlot · California
$14.99
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Barefoot Cellars Merlot
Barefoot Cellars · California · United States
$6.99
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It carries a verified 88-point score from Wine Enthusiast at a price under $25. The next step up in the same style, Josh Cellars Merlot, is $14.99.
Taste profile
SweetnessDry → Sweet
BodyLight → Full
Acidity*Soft → Bright
Tannin*Silky → Grippy
Oak*None → Bold
Fruit*Subtle → Intense
* WineDiscounts editorial estimate based on verified tasting notes.
What it tastes like
Ripe red and dark fruit with plum, cherry, boysenberry and a gentle chocolate finish.
You’ll like this if…
Choose this if you like soft California reds with mild tannins, ripe fruit and a smooth, easy finish.
Why buy it
A familiar, budget-friendly Merlot for casual sipping, weeknight meals and parties where you want a soft red most guests can enjoy.
Best for
Burgers, lasagna, barbecue snacks, pizza night and low-key gatherings.
Style
Fruit-forward California Merlot with medium body, mild tannin, light oak accents and a plush chocolate note.
Drinks like
Other soft California Merlots, easy-drinking red blends and mellow everyday Cabernet-Merlot styles.
Experience level
Beginner-friendly; straightforward, soft and not overly tannic.
Flavor notes
Pairs well with
grilled burgers · lasagna or baked ziti · baked ham · mild cheddar or gouda
Serving & enjoying
- Serving temperature:
- 60-65°F
- Decanting:
- No decant needed; open and pour.
- Glassware:
- Standard red wine glass or all-purpose wine glass.
- Drink or cellar:
- Current release; made for drinking now.
- After opening:
- Recork and refrigerate; best within 2-3 days.
Guidance partly estimated by WineDiscounts from the wine’s style.
About this wine
Barefoot Cellars Merlot is a soft, fruit-forward California red with boysenberry, cherry, plum and a touch of chocolate. Mild tannins make it an easy everyday pour for burgers, pasta or casual gatherings.
Wine details
- Type
- red
- Varietal
- Merlot
- Grapes
- Merlot; exact blend or percentage not stated in sources
- Producer
- Barefoot Cellars
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California
- Appellation
- California
- Bottle size
- 750 Ml
- ABV
- 13.5%
Details last verified September 24, 2026
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Winemaking details ›
- Winemaker:
- Jennifer Wall
- Vineyard source:
- California; specific vineyards not stated in sources.
- Vessel:
- Not stated in sources.
About the winery · Barefoot Cellars ›
Barefoot Cellars is a California-based wine brand focused on approachable, easy-to-enjoy wines. The brand describes its wines as fun, flavorful and available in a range of sizes and formats. Barefoot's Our Story page names Jennifer Wall as its winemaker and says she has been making Barefoot wines for over 25 years. The brand also states that it was named 2025 American Winery of the Year by Wine Enthusiast.
Critic reviews
88/100Wine Enthusiast
“Classic California Merlot with cassis, dark raspberry, toasty oak, bittersweet chocolate, cherry and supple tannins.”
87/100Beverage Testing Institute
“Satiny, crisp, dry medium body with smoky blackberry herb compote, polished leather, plum and medium tannins.”
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Barefoot Cellars Merlot dry or sweet?
- Barefoot Cellars Merlot is bone dry — its sweetness rating is 1 on our 1 (bone dry) to 5 (sweet) scale. It is medium-bodied.
- What does Barefoot Cellars Merlot taste like?
- Ripe red and dark fruit with plum, cherry, boysenberry and a gentle chocolate finish.
- What food pairs with Barefoot Cellars Merlot?
- It pairs well with grilled burgers, lasagna or baked ziti, baked ham and mild cheddar or gouda.
- How should I serve Barefoot Cellars Merlot?
- Serve at 60-65°F. No decant needed; open and pour. Glass: Standard red wine glass or all-purpose wine glass.
- Is Barefoot Cellars Merlot a good value?
- At $6.99 it carries a verified 88-point score from Wine Enthusiast; the review is shown on this page.
- What is the bottle size and alcohol content of Barefoot Cellars Merlot?
- 750 ml bottle, 13.5% alcohol by volume.